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interior design for single dads

DESIGN FOR THE SOLO DAD

When life shifts, your home has to do more than look good. It needs to support your routines, welcome your kids, and help you feel settled again.

With Crew & Anchor, Julia Wakely combines her 15 years of professional design expertise with her educational background in Psychology and experience as a Montessori teacher. She has a broad understanding of how environments affect people and knows how to create cosy, functional spaces - especially during a major life transition.

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PACKAGES

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The Basics

An expert consultation and “nuts and bolts” list. Perfect for men who want a specialist but prefer a DIY approach.

  • 2-hour in-person consultation

  • Detailed shopping list (local Victoria sources + online)

  • Layout and furniture arrangement recommendations

  • Follow-up email support for 30 days

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The Quick Win

Targeted and strategic room design/transformation. Perfect for creating essential spaces that work immediately.

  • Complete room(s) design and furnishing plan

  • Full furniture and accessories selection 

  • Colour palette and styling recommendations

  • Delivery coordination

  • Optional assembly arrangement and move in day set-up assistance

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The Fresh Start

Perfect for the comprehensive whole-home transformation. Leave the details to us and let us make this transition easier.

  • Design for entire home (living, dining, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms)

  • Storage and organization systems

  • Cohesive design throughout all spaces

  • Full furniture and decor selection, carpeting, drapery, beds for the kids, kitchenware—everything you need to make  a home

  • Delivery and assembly coordination

  • Move-in day setup

Custom Solutions Available

Every situation is unique. Let's talk about what you actually need.

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COASTAL DESIGN
meets REAL LIFE

Imagine a space your kids actually want to spend time in, with furniture that looks good, can handle real life and reflects who you are.

Get it right the first time and say no to the “bachelor pad effect” with a solid game plan.

JULIA’S SIGNATURE APPROACH

Crew & Anchor brings Julia Wakely's signature cosy, livable design approach to a challenge many men face: creating a new home during a major life transition.

For over 15 years, we've designed beautiful, functional spaces throughout Victoria. Now we're bringing that expertise to fathers who need homes that work—for weekend visits, for quiet evenings, for moving forward.

  • Seamless transitions: continuity of family routines and traditions

  • Judgement-free: we understand what single dads need

  • Kid-friendly focus : durable, practical, and welcoming

  • Coastal-cosy design: beautiful, livable spaces

  • Straightforward process: no guesswork or wasted time and money

FUNCTIONAL, kid-friendly,
FAMILIAR

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Julia Wakely

INTERIOR DESIGNER
FORMER MONTESSORI TEACHER
MUM OF 3 KIDS

A bedroom with a bed featuring a grey headboard, black and white bedding, and an 'A' pillow. The wall behind the bed is decorated with a black and white dog face pattern. To the left, there's a wooden nightstand with a lamp and a backpack hanging on
Kitchen with stovetop, marble backsplash, and a seating area with a white round table, a white chair, and a built-in bench with pillows near large windows.
Modern bathroom with white walls, marble floor, a white toilet, a wicker basket, a painting of a beach scene, and white cabinets with gold knobs.
A bedroom with a bed, a grey nightstand, a black lamp, a Rubik's Cube, and a plush panda toy on a patterned pillow, with a white wall in the background.
Living room corner with three guitars, a picture of a surfer in California and art on shelves, a television, and striped and solid pillows on a sofa.
Bathroom with a shower, toilet, wooden vanity with a marble countertop, mirror, painting of a forest scene, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A bedroom decorated in a beach theme with a light green bed, blue and white linens, and nautical accessories. It features a striped armchair, framed photos of boats, a window with light blue curtains, and a star-shaped ceiling light.
Children's art displayed on a string with clothespins above a wooden table with red chairs, art supplies in a container, and a decorative box, in a bright room.
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Your questions answered:

  • Step 1: Free Discovery Call (15 minutes) We talk about your space, your needs, your kids, budget, and timeline. No pressure, just conversation.

    Step 2: In-Person Consultation Julia visits your space, takes measurements, understands your lifestyle, and (most importantly, if you wish) meets your kids to understand their needs. You will decide on the scope of your project and come up with some estimated costs depending on your needs. This session is 1-2 hours long and the fee is $500.

    Step 3: Design Presentation We present the plan: furniture selections, layout, colors, and a detailed shopping list with local and online sources. At this point, you can take your list and get yourself sorted, or you can advance to the next level with us: implementation!

    Step 4: Implementation Support We coordinate delivery, arrange assembly if needed, and can even be there on move-in day to get everything set up right. We will make a seamless transition for you into your new space, while maintaining the continuity of family routines and traditions.

  • Consultations start at $500 for a 2 hour session and we'll actually save you money by helping you avoid expensive mistakes and make smart first-time purchases. Most clients find the investment pays for itself.

  • You're a capable professional making a smart decision to get expert help in an area outside your wheelhouse. We work with doctors, executives, all sorts of professionals —accomplished men who simply want to get this right.

  • That's exactly why the design needs to be intentional. We help create spaces where kids feel at home during visits while the space still works for your daily life.

  • Our process is efficient. An in person consultation where you will need to be present are 1-2 hours. You can be as involved as you wish to be in the process. We handle the research, sourcing, and coordination—you just need to ok the final decisions.

  • This is your home, and the design needs to feel like you. We present options and listen to your feedback. You have final say on every decision.

  • Not at all. We can create a phased approach that fits your budget and timeline. Start with essentials and build from there.

  • Absolutely! In fact, we’d love to meet and chat with them to get to know them too.

Ready to start?

Get your game plan!

Book your free 15-Minute Discovery Call
No obligation. No pressure. Just a conversation about your space and your goals.

To make your house a space everyone in the family will want to call home, start here:

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“Julia took a high-level design concept and transformed our spaces into a terrific home environment for me and my two children.”